Before the game, Kansas State coach Chris Klieman said he planned to utilize quarterback Avery Johnson in the run game. He wasn't kidding. Johnson carried 10 times for 81 yards and a touchdown in last Saturday's victory against Cincinnati.

The added threat of a healthy Avery Johnson in the quarterback run games adds a key element to the Wildcats' rushing attack.

Nearly a month has passed since Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson won a football game. The team is one a two-game losing streak since defeating rival Kans